Courtney Vardar
Lawrence,KS
Summary
Self-motivated development professional well-versed in individual, corporate and foundation fundraising techniques. Excellent track record of managing donor relationships and identifying new partnerships to increase fundraising support. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Yoga Instructor
Lava Yoga
01.2021 - Current
- Led classes and built positive relationships with class members.
- Improved students overall well-being through mindfulness practices in each class session.
- Encouraged personal growth among students by challenging them through physical fitness while offering support in achieving their individual goals.
Owner/Designer
Nida Lu Handmade
02.2018 - Current
- Designed new styles of shoes annually using a 700 year old Turkish shoemaking technique
- Designed two clothing collections per year for Fall and Spring Fashion Shows and Trade Shows
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Worked with importers and manufacturers overseas for production
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Managed day to day shipments, including pallet shipments and navigated barcode processing
Owner/Buyer
Nomads
04.2007 - 08.2018
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by employees.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Increased customer satisfaction by offering beautiful merchandise and providing exceptional service.
- Built relationships overseas, buying, importing, designing and manufacturing goods.
Owner/ Travel Agent & Travel Guide
Magic Carpet Traveler Inc.
09.2006 - 08.2015
- Organized and led trips to Turkey
- Negotiated with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for traverlers.
- Attended trade shows in UK and United States to promote and sell trips.
Assistant Manager
Kadir's Top Treehouses
08.2006 - 08.2006
- Managed all english speaking inquires and assisted all non-Turkish speaking clientele.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
ESL Teacher
ESL Alexandria
10.2004 - 12.2004
- Led classes in educating students of all ages in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA06.2004
Skills
- Started Women Supporting Women Charitable Fund through Douglas County Community Fondation,
- Organized and hosted three fundraisers from 2020-2023 First for Immigrant Families Together, 2nd Willow Domestic Violence Shelter/ Afghan Women, and 3rd to AKUT for earthquake relief in Turkey
- Designed and participated in 4 fashion shows, West 18th Street Fashion Show & Kansas City Fashion Week
- Interpersonal Communication
- Individual and Group Instruction
- Excellent Oral Communication
- Fashion Design
- Vendor Relations
- Inventory Oversight
- Forecasting
- Cost Control
- Administrative Oversight
- Business Management
Timeline
Yoga Instructor
Lava Yoga
01.2021 - Current
Owner/Designer
Nida Lu Handmade
02.2018 - Current
Owner/Buyer
Nomads
04.2007 - 08.2018
Owner/ Travel Agent & Travel Guide
Magic Carpet Traveler Inc.
09.2006 - 08.2015
Assistant Manager
Kadir's Top Treehouses
08.2006 - 08.2006
ESL Teacher
ESL Alexandria
10.2004 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
The Evergreen State College
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